I came across this in an email about Lent. What a great blessing for us to have. I don't ever want to not get angry when I think about the injustice and oppression in the world. And I don't ever want to not believe I can make a difference.
A Franciscan Blessing
May God bless you with discomfort. Discomfort at easy answers, half-truths, and superficial relationships, so that you may live deep within your heart. Amen.
May God bless you with anger. Anger at injustice, oppression, and exploitation of people, so that you may work for justice, freedom, and peace. Amen.
May God bless you with tears. Tears to shed for those who suffer from pain, rejection, hunger, and war, so that you may reach out your hands to comfort them and turn their pain into joy. Amen.
May God bless you with foolishness. Enough foolishness to believe that you can make a difference in this world, so that you can do what others claim cannot be done. Amen.
And the blessing of God who creates, redeems and sanctifies be upon you and all you love and pray for this day, and forever more. Amen.
2 comments:
what I was looking for, thanks
This is incredible. Thanks so much for sharing!
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